The Woman Abuse Working Group (WAWG) is asking for everyone in our community to come join us for a peaceful gathering outside Hamilton Place before Bill Cosby’s Performance on January 9 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. We will meet at the corner of Main & Summers Lane in front of Hamilton Place.

While we question the support of alleged rapists, we are especially concerned about the message this sends to survivors of abuse and violence. We do not want this event to be about Mr. Cosby, we want this gathering to send a strong message to everyone in our community that we believe and stand by survivors. We also want to open a dialogue about violence against women in the entertainment industry. Many other celebrities have also been accused and yet most continue in their roles with little or no repercussions.

We would like to emphasize that at the gathering we will not tolerate any behaviour that is oppressive. We also ask that you do not heckle those going in. We hope this is an opportunity for everyone in our community to support all victims of violence.

For any other questions or concerns, please visit us at our website (wawg.ca) and contact us via the online form.

SACHA staff, volunteers, and supporters will be there!

We’re hosting a sign making party the day before for folks to gather and get crafty!

The Woman Abuse Working Group (WAWG) calls on the community to speak out against Bill Cosby’s upcoming performance in Hamilton on January 9 at Hamilton Place.

WAWG is deeply concerned that Mr. Cosby’s performance is proceeding in our community, despite the numerous, public allegations of sexual violence from over 20 women (to date).

We question the support of alleged rapists and are especially concerned about the message this sends to survivors of abuse and violence – that celebrity and
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